Individualized Homoeopathic Management of Allergic Rhinitis: A Case Report

Abstract Allergic rhinitis is a common chronic condition characterized by symptoms such as sneezing, nasal congestion, rhinorrhea, and nasal itching. It significantly affects individuals' daily functioning, work performance, and overall quality of life. This case report adds to the existing medical literature by demonstrating the importance of concomitant symptoms in personalized homoeopathic intervention, guided by holistic assessment and repertorial analysis. Case summary: A 40-year-old male presented with persistent sneezing, profuse watery nasal discharge, nasal obstruction, and intense nasal itching for the past week. Clinical examination revealed swollen nasal mucosa and laboratory investigations showed elevated eosinophil levels, supporting the diagnosis of allergic rhinitis. Based on the totality of symptoms, medical history, and clinical findings, a diagnosis of allergic rhinitis was confirmed. An individualized homoeopathic prescription of Phosphorus was made. The treatment resulted in significant symptomatic relief, reduction in eosinophil count, and improvement in quality of life, as assessed by the WHOQOL-BREF (World Health Organization Quality of Life - brief version). The MONARCH (Modified Naranjo Criteria) score of 10 further supported the causal attribution of improvement to the homoeopathic intervention. This case underscores the potential of individualized homoeopathic treatment in effectively managing allergic rhinitis. It emphasizes the importance of incorporating holistic case-taking, repertorial analysis, and objective follow-up measures in clinical practice.